You love treating your fur babies, but who knows what is really inside those store-bought bites? With these simply DIY pet treats, you can ensure your pets only get the freshest ingredients. The bonus is that you can adjust the size to fit your pet and your pet's needs.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Balls
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup milk or half-and-half
- 3 cups rolled oats
DIRECTIONS
- In a bowl, mix pumpkin puree, peanut butter and milk on medium for 1 minute.
- Gradually add 2 1/2 cups rolled oats and stir.
- Use a small scoop or spoon to create 1/4-inch balls.
- Roll balls into remaining 1/2 cup oats to lightly top.
- Place into a sealed container and refrigerate.
Peanut Butter Dog Treats
INGREDIENTS
- 2/3 cup pumpkin puree
- 1/4 to 1/3 cup peanut butter
- 2 eggs
- 2 1/2 cups flour (whole wheat preferred)
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix all ingredients except flour. Gradually add the flour until the dough isn't sticky.
- Roll dough into a ball.
- Lightly flour your surface and lightly knead.
- Use a rolling pin to roll dough to 1/4-inch thickness.
- Use cookie cutters to create shapes.
- Place dough on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes.
- Drizzle with additional peanut butter (optional).
Pup's Birthday Cake
INGREDIENTS
- 1 egg
- 4 TBSP peanut butter
- 1/2 cup apple, chopped fine
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
DIRECTIONS
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
- Grease a ramekin and set it aside.
- Combine all ingredients and mix well.
- Pour batter into the ramekin and sprinkle a few apple slices on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes.